sone
noun
ˈsōn 
: a subjective unit of loudness for an average listener equal to the loudness of a 1000-hertz sound that has an intensity 40 decibels above the listener's own threshold of hearing
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Along with the sone, Olsen also released a lyric video, shot by Angela Ricciardi. 
Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2022 The Panthers have been competitive in both games, however, if not entirely enjoyable to watch, losing each by sone score. Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press, 1 May 2022
Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2022 The Panthers have been competitive in both games, however, if not entirely enjoyable to watch, losing each by sone score. Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press, 1 May 2022 Word History
Etymology
International Scientific Vocabulary, from Latin sonus sound — more at sound entry 1
First Known Use
1936, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
sone
noun
ˈsōn
: a subjective unit of loudness for an average listener equal to the loudness of a 1000-hertz sound that has an intensity 40 decibels above the listener's own threshold of hearing